Check Out How Facebook CEO, Mark Zuckerberg Fends Off Hackers

It appears that after Mark Zuckerberg posted a congratulatory
message when Instagram hit 500 million users, Gizmodo and a
Twitter user, Chris Olson spotted something dark on his laptop,
really dark.

Can you see the dark object?

Apparently, Mark Zuckerberg prevent hack attempts with pieces
of tape on his webcam and audio jack. Why a tape? Simple, there is
nothing to hack if nothing can be seen or heard. In case you are
skeptical about the need to protect the audio jack, let me explain a
bit, the audio jack is another access point to his machine, allowing
bi-directional communication hence the reason it needs to be
protected from hackers.

For an average Jack, this is too much, but what if I told you that
there are sites for unsecured webcams that will allow other people
get access to what you do just for the fun of it.
Is he paranoid as Gizmodo pointed? I don’t think so. With the recent
hacks we have had, it is only sensible for someone as important as
Mark to go an extra mile in protecting his privacy.

The only thing I can’t seem get is his dadada password.
Image source: Gizmodo

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Mercedes Benz Accused Of Using Car Tracking Software On Their Cars

If you thought privacy issues end on social media then you might have to think again. Top Auto brand Mercedes Benz has been accused of using car tracking software to monitor drivers who use their cars.

The secret car tracking sensors, were all built into all new and used motors sold by the firm’s dealers, to enable them pinpoint the vehicle’s exact location.

Mercedes Benz Using Car Tracking Software

Mercedes has refused to say how long it has used the sensors and has insisted the sensors are only activated in “extreme circumstances” — when certain customers have defaulted on payment.

However it has admitted to sharing car owner information and vehicle location details with third-party bailiffs and recovery firms who repossess the cars.

British Ex cabinet minister David Davis has called for extensive investigation into the matter.

According to Davis, “This is not the first time big business has behaved like Big Brother — but it’s rare to be quite as deceitful as this, I have to question whether it is even legal to pass on information to other people such as bailiffs. I would think the relevant minister ought to look very closely at the legality of this procedure.”

British Human Rights Group, Liberty said Mercedes’ actions were disturbing and part of the “creeping growth of surveillance”.

Legal experts have also raised concerns. According to a legal practitioner, “Modern technology means our ability to keep personal information private is under threat like never before.

“Organisations that handle personal data need to be completely upfront about what they are doing. That Mercedes appear not to have been so in this case is concerning. Its customers may start to worry about what other personal information the company may be gathering, then passing on.”

Personally, I have always said that privacy in the 21st Century is more or less an illusion. Just when you think all your data is secure, then it hits you. Mercedes isn’t the first to do this, however their rivals BMW, Jaguar Land Rover and Volkswagen have all denied that they do similar tracking.

An investigation by The Sun months ago revealed that Amazon staff can listen to Alexa recordings of British couples rowing, discussing private family matters — and having sex.

Yes you read that line, having sex. I haven’t seen something as obnoxious and bizarre as listening to conversations and sex at the same time. I don’t know the perverted employees Amazon has employed but it’s not acceptable.

According To Mercedes Benz , the said sensors are not used to permanently track customers or access real time data. “When a customer chooses to finance the purchase of their car this way they sign a contract and agree to the location sensors in the car being activated in the event that they default or breach their agreement.

“This clause in the finance contract is in bold print, just above the customer’s signature.

“Locating the car is part of the repossession process and is not permanently tracking customers.

“It is only activated in exceptional circumstances where the customer has breached their finance agreement and repeatedly failed to reply to requests to contact us.”

Nevertheless, It’s actually good if you can track your car on your own terms and luckily I know a good car tracking service.